Do ‘clingy’ planets trigger their own doom?
Astronomers using the European Space Agency’s Cheops mission have caught an exoplanet that seems to be triggering flares of radiation from the star it orbits. These tremendous explosions are blasting away the planet’s wispy atmosphere, causing it to shrink every year....
Most enterprise software and applications will be multimodal
Eighty percent of enterprise software and applications will be multimodal by 2030, up from less than 10% in 2024, according to Gartner. "The shift to multimodal enterprise software is a fundamental transformation in business operations and innovation," says Roberta...
Spend on cybersecurity set to skyrocket
Organisations worldwide have significantly increased their cybersecurity budgets, but research firm Stocklytics.com says that total spend on cybersecurity tools and services will skyrocket in the next few years - jumping by 50% and reaching $272-billion in revenue by...
Geo-distributed companies likely to have network problems
Fifty-nine percent geo-distributed businesses globally - and 60% in South Africa - have experienced network problems related to their multi-site structure at least once a month. This is according to a Kaspersky survey of Network and Information Security decision...
ISPA welcomes new ICASA chair, calls for red tape reduction
ISPA, South Africa's official internet Industry Representative Body, has welcomed new Independent Communications Authority of SA (ICASA) Chair, Mothibi Ramusi, to the hot seat and called on him to prioritise making life easier for SMME licensees in the electronic...
New Champions 2024 targets next frontiers for growth
Amid economic uncertainty and an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, over 1,600 global leaders from business, government, civil society and international organizations gathered at the World Economic Forum's 15th Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2024 in...
Technology changes how fans consume sport experiences
As sports fans worldwide tune in to a myriad of athletic events this summer, new research commissioned by IBM reveals a growing generational shift and acceptance of technology-driven experiences that will impact the future of sports consumption. The international...
Healthcare is in a cybersecurity crisis
Hospitals have become increasingly attractive targets for ransomware attacks due to their comprehensive patient databases, sensitive information, and their interconnectedness between systems and equipment. Moreover, poor security measures have made hospitals...
SMB cyber infections via Excel are up
This International SMB Day (today, 27 June), a Kaspersky report reveals that the number of infections experienced by the sector has risen by 5% over the first quarter of 2024, compared to the same period last year. The number of users who encountered malware and...
Green building revolution could be a $1,8trn market opportunity
A new World Economic Forum report outlines a roadmap for transforming the global building sector to combat climate change and protect biodiversity. Amid rapid urbanisation worldwide, primarily driven by emerging economies, the report presents a timely case for the...
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How to tap into exceptional customer experience
Adobe and Econsultancy recently revealed that customer experience (CX) is the most exciting business opportunity for 2020, with leading businesses across various sectors rating CX as a top digital priority, which if executed properly, will set them apart from the...
What does 5G mean for SA?
5G has certainly been a hot topic during the Covid pandemic – and not always for the right reasons. Network Configurations (Netconfig) technical director Wayne Erradu explains that on one hand it has been seen as a blessing as the blistering speeds have allowed...
The role of chatbots in an uncertain society
From single-purpose programmes that respond to common consumer queries to advanced digital assistants that evolve as they process information, chatbots – or conversational agents – are becoming increasingly popular and utilised by businesses to deliver proactive and...
Securing logistics operations in a data-first world
Have you noticed any changes in how courier packages are delivered? Electronic signature pads accompany more and more of the deliveries. Delivery employees tap away on apps on their phones, telling them where to go next. Even the simple act of finding your location is...
App helps reduce queues at beauty and hair salons
The Fleeker platform, founded by four University of Cape Town (UCT) students, allows users to schedule appointments with hairstylists, barbers, make-up artists and nail technicians - and beat the long in-salon queues with the click of a button. Asonele Gevenga, UCT...
Logistics, warehousing will Africa to pull through the pandemic
The next period is set to be very challenging for the commercial real estate industry across Africa as Covid-19 takes its toll on the economy. However, according to Tim White of pan-African construction solutions company Profica, logistics and warehousing have strong...
Huawei partners with SovTech
Huawei has enlisted the services of SovTech, a custom software development company to assist with refiguring the core services of some of South Africa's most used mobile apps to be able to function on its Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) ecosystem. The partnership which...
TeleMasters Holdings acquires 25% shareholding in ConexLink
JSE-listed TeleMasters Holdings (TLM), a licenced communication service provider, has announced the acquisition of a 25% stake in data centre specialist ConexLink, effective 1 June. ConexLink, a new carrier neutral and vendor neutral facility outside Pretoria, brings...
A total approach needed for home cyber security
Capitalising on the anxieties and fears caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the past several months have seen cybercriminals increasingly target home networks to steal personal data. By Ryan McGee, head of security solutions at Vox International research shows that there...
IBM, SAP partner on the Intelligent Enterprise
IBM and SAP SE have announced their partnership's next evolution, with plans to develop several new offerings designed to create a more predictable journey for businesses to become data-driven intelligent enterprises. Over 400 businesses have modernized their...
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Manager - Digital Risk & Information SecurityWe're looking for a strategic, hands-on leader to drive digital risk and security initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role blends people leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability...
SQL Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
ENVIRONMENT:An esteemed company at the forefront of the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) industry is presenting an enticing opening for SQL Data engineer to join their team. The SQL Data Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining database solutions that...
Field Support Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Field Support Engineer to join our team on a fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering on-site technical support,...
Website Developer (HTML CSS JavaScript) (JHB/CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of a Website Developer is sought by a dynamic Academic Institute to manage, enhance and develop its online web assets. You will also analyse and report on user experience while conducing competitor analysis and reporting. The ideal...
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Job Title: Data Engineer Location: Johannesburg Job Type: Contract (8-month contract) Hybrid Our client is looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join the team on a contract basis, working within a dynamic and fast-paced banking/financial services environment. The...
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Ready to Join the Ranks of Innovators? iOCO Infrastructure Services Awaits.We are seeking an experienced Senior C# Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in C# development, along with excellent problem-solving skills...
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